inulin

American  

[in-yuh-lin] / ˈɪn jə lɪn /

noun

Chemistry.

1. a polysaccharide, (C 6 H 10 O5 ) n , obtained from the roots of certain plants, especially elecampane, dahlia, and Jerusalem artichoke, that undergoes hydrolysis to the dextrorotatory form of fructose: used chiefly as an ingredient in diabetic bread, in processed foods to increase their fiber content, and as a reagent in diagnosing kidney function.

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inulin British  

/ ˈɪnjʊlɪn /

noun

1. a fructose polysaccharide present in the tubers and rhizomes of some plants. Formula: (C 6 H 10 O 5 ) n

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Etymology

Origin of inulin

1805–15; < New Latin Inul ( a ) a genus of plants ( Latin: elecampane) + -in ²

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Example Sentences

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inulin

Participants taking inulin demonstrated better grip strength and reduced pain sensitivity.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 28, 2026

However, only the inulin group experienced improved grip strength and lower pain sensitivity.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 25, 2026

Ingredients like chicory root and inulin feed the good bacteria in your microbiome, helping to promote balance and support digestion.

From Salon ● Mar. 24, 2025

Poppi’s drinks contain apple cider vinegar, fruit juice and agave inulin, a prebiotic and natural sweetener extracted from the agave tequilana plant.

From Salon ● Jun. 4, 2024

The tubers are rich in the carbohydrate inulin and in sugar.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 6 "Armour Plates" to "Arundel, Earls of" by Various

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